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CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR
Gauteng calls on Residents to Register for Substance Addiction Treatment
The Gauteng Provincial Government invites people struggling with substance addiction, and families seeking help for their loved ones, to participate in a registration drive on 27 October 2026 at 15 sites across all five regions of Gauteng.
Premier Lesufi and Members of the Executive Council will lead the drive as part of the third phase of “Tswa Daar - Ke Moja I am fine without drugs”. The day marks the campaign’s first anniversary and offers residents an opportunity to register on the campaign database and take the first step towards treatment and recovery.
The call to residents is clear: if you or someone you love needs help with substance addiction, come forward. Individuals and their loved ones are encouraged to visit a registration site to seek assistance and begin the process of accessing appropriate care.
The registration drive provides an entry point for residents seeking treatment. Screening and medical and psychosocial assessments help determine the safest and most appropriate care for each person, which may include inpatient treatment, outpatient services or community-based support.
Alongside the registration drive, the campaign places strong emphasis on preventing substance use before it starts, particularly among learners, students and young adults. Parents, caregivers and educators are encouraged to speak openly with young people about substance use, recognise early warning signs and seek support before a crisis develops. Prevention also means creating opportunities for young people to participate in sport, arts and culture, and to develop skills that strengthen their sense of belonging and future prospects.
Schools, faith-based organisations, community organisations and youth leaders have an important role in carrying these prevention messages into everyday community life.
Recovery requires continued support beyond treatment, including aftercare, family involvement and reintegration into community life. Families and communities can help by reducing stigma, encouraging people to seek assistance early and supporting them throughout their recovery.
As the campaign enters its third phase, its focus extends beyond reaching people to supporting treatment readiness, completion and sustained recovery. “The Gauteng Provincial Government calls on residents to participate in the registration drive on 27 October 2026. Come forward for yourself or support a loved one to seek help. Register on the campaign database and begin the journey towards recovery”, said Premier Panyaza Lesufi.
The registration sites are as follows: •
JOHANNESBURG – Soweto, Diepkloof Hall. Alexandra: Alexandra Multipurpose Hall. Ivory Park: Ivory Park Multi Purpose Centre. Eldorado Park: Eldorado Park Multi Purpose Hall
TSHWANE – Atteridgeville, Sithuthukisa Bonke. Eesterus: Eesterus Civic Centre. Winterveld: Winterveld Community Hall. Cullinan: Dr F & F
EKURHULENI - Tembisa: Motsho Park. Vosloorus: Vosloorus Civic Centre. Geluksdal: Geluksdal Community Hall. Germiston: Makausi near Primrose Bus Depot.
WEST RAND – Toekomsrus: Westview Clinic. Mogale City: Munsieville Integrated Social Facility
SEDIBENG – Evaton: Mafatsane. Sebokeng: Sol Tsotetsi Sports Centre.
Issued by the Gauteng Provincial Government
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